2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Pajero | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |